Stratasys XUV800 Stereolithography 3D Printers User Guide

XUV800 Stereolithography 3D Printers
User Guide

XUV800 Stereolithography 3D Printers

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Translations of this guide are updated periodically. If you are consuming a translated version, please check the English version for the latest revision and list of updates.
The following table lists the changes in each revision of this document.

Safety

To reduce the risk of injury, read these instructions carefully before using the UV800. Always observe the safety guidelines listed in this manual. Protection of the user is impaired if safety instructions are ignored, or used in a manner not specified in this document.

Safe Environment

• Know the location of fire extinguishers and how to use them. Use only ABC-type extinguishers on electrical fires.
• Know local procedures for first aid and emergency assistance at the customer facility.
• Use adequate lighting at the equipment.
• Maintain the recommended range of temperature and humidity in equipment area.

Figure 1: Environmental requirements
UV800 Environment Requirements

Conventions Used in this Guide

This guide provides information for installing and operating the powder retrieval station. This guide also provides instructions for unpacking and preliminary set-up. Information of particular importance is presented in one of three formats:

A Warning: indicates a procedure that can cause injury to an operator if the procedure is not followed.
A Warning: will precede the paragraph of instruction to which it relates.
A Caution: indicates a procedure that can cause damage to equipment if the procedure is not followed.
A Caution: will precede the paragraph of instruction to which it relates.
A NOTE is used to highlight a specific point or to provide an operational tip. While useful, a NOTE does not indicate a procedure that can cause injury or damage if it is not followed.
A NOTE will follow the paragraph of instruction to which it relates.

Safety Precautions and Labels

The safety and warning notices in this manual are indicated by the following symbols:
Instructions that may affect a person’s health.
Table 1: Warning symbols

| ELECTRIC SHOCK: AC voltage adjacent to, or behind this label. Injury or death from electric shock can result if you
ignore these hazard labels.
DO NOT OPERATE WITH PANEL REMOVED
RISK GROUP 3
WARNING: UV emitted from this product. Avoid eye and skin exposure to unshielded product.
CAUTION: Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product. Do not stare at operating lamps.| UV RADIATION HAZARD: UV radiation emission if panel removed while in operation. Skin and eye damage can result if you ignore this label.

Figure 1: Safety Labels and Interlock Locations
Figure 2: Detailed drawing

UV Safety

The UV800 is a UV radiation source. Exposure to UV radiation can irreversibly damage eyes and skin. UV radiation is safely contained when all panels are in place and doors are closed (normal operating conditions). Removal of outer panels should only be performed by qualified personnel. The user is protected with safety interlocks on both doors, instantly stopping the UV emission, and halting the turntable.
Do not operate the device with panels removed, and/or door interlocks defeated.

Electrical Safety

Please refer to the Technical Specification section for electric supply specification.

• Connect equipment to a grounded facility power source. Do not defeat or bypass the ground lead.
• Know the location of equipment branch circuit interrupters or circuit breakers and how to turn them on and off in case of emergency.

Always observe the following guidelines:

Please note space requirement for access to isolation switch at the rear of the device. Refer Figure 2 (page 3).
Do not overload a wall outlet, extension cord or adapter as this may result in an electric fire or shock.
Never use a power cord with an inadequate rating to supply the device.
Inspect the power cord for damage before use.
Do not bend or twist the power cord.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Do not remove covers as hazardous voltages are present inside.

Material Safety

The Neo range is an open material platform. Any commercially available 355 nm photopolymer materials, more commonly referred to as resin, can be processed. Please ensure you have the necessary safe handling guidelines from your material supplier.
General Material Handling Safety Guidelines

IRRITANT:
Always wear chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and protective clothing when handling material, containers, or partially cured parts.
100% nitrile gloves offer best hand protection. Latex gloves are not chemically resistant, and are not recommended.
Always ensure good ventilation, and avoid breathing vapors
Wipe-up any spills immediately, using paper towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol (IPA)
Use soap and cold water to wash material in contact with skin. Never use IPA or hot water, as this will increase absorption.
Use care when handling IPA used for cleaning materials. IPA is highly flammable.

Operating Conditions

When operating the UV800, always observe the following guidelines:

• The ventilation ducts must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow in and out of the UV800.
• Wipe off any resin spills immediately using a cloth dampened with isopropanol.
• Temperature range: 17-25 ˚C
• Protect the UV800 from dust and corrosive vapours or substances.
• Avoid strong electromagnetic fields and static electricity.
• For further details please refer to “ Technical Specifications” (page 7).

Overview

This operating manual describes the UV800 Post Curing Device.
The manual is a part of the product. Please read these instructions carefully before you proceed with installing and operating the machine. Always observe all the safety guidelines in this manual. If you have any questions regarding the contents of this manual, please contact Stratasys (see the Customer Service section).
Keep the manual available for servicing, repairs, and product disposal. This manual should accompany the product if ownership changes hands.
Stratasys reserves the right to update this operating manual at any time and without notification.

Product Overview

The UV800 is an ancillary device to the Neo Stereolithography (SL) printer range. The UV800 is designed for the final, post cure stage of SL part production. Post curing SL parts serves 2 functions:

• Using ultraviolet (UV) light to ensure any trace liquid material is cured, and parts are safe to handle, post part wash.
• Modification/improvement to mechanical properties (material specific).
  The UV800 also provides a temperature controlled environment for storage of SL materials.

Intended Use

Use the UV800 only for its designed purpose as described in the above Product Overview.

ID Plate

The UV800 ID plate which includes the machine serial number is found on the rear panel:
Figure 3: ID plate

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Technical Specifications

Figure 4: Electrical requirements
UV800 Electrical Specifications

The UV800 is protected at inlet with two 10 A, anti-surge (T) fuses.
Connection should be made in accordance with local authority regulations.
In some regions an AC/AC transformer will be required to meet the specified input voltage. Using the specification above, Stratasys recommends the transformer is sourced locally, ensuring it meets local regulations.
Stratasys recommends that all electrical supply work is undertaken by a qualified electrician.

Weights and Dimensions

Figure 5: Weights and dimensions

Installation, Start-up, and Initialization

Installation

Installation of the UV800 should be performed by a trained Stratasys representative.

Moving the UV800

The UV800 is fitted with 4 castor wheels for easy relocation. The front pair of castors are fitted with brakes. Release the brakes before attempting to move the UV800.
Before moving the device, consider the power supply cord at rear.
Brakes must be engaged before operating the UV800.

Safe Start-up and Shutdown Sequences

To assure safety during start-up, perform the following steps:

1. Connect the mains power cable to the Main Input Unit (refer to Figure 2 (page 3)).
2. Connect the UV800 to the mains power using the 3-pin electrical outlet.
3. Apply power to the UV800 from the wall plug.
4. Switch the Mains Input Unit On.
5. Turn on the UV800 by pressing the button to the left of the display.
   Follow instructions in reverse when shutting down the system.

Ventilation

Free airflow must always be ensured around the ventilation grilles.
Always ensure a minimum gap of ≥100 mm (4 in) at the rear of the UV800. Refer to Figure 2 (page 3).
Do not obstructed airflow from the heat exhaust/extraction port. Refer to Figure 2 (page 3).

Extraction

The UV800 does not require extraction for safe operation.
For heat management purposes, the UV800 is supplied with a Ø150 mm spigot (with 4 M4x10 mm supplied fixing screws) which can be attached to enable coupling to a facility extraction system
Refer to Figure 1 (page iv).
Refer to Figure 2 (page 3).

Attachment to an extraction system must be performed by an extraction specialist.
When attachment is made the airflow rate must be regulated to 6.3~6.6 m3/min.
When the UV chamber is in operation, active extraction must be ensured.

Stratasys will not bear responsibility, or costs of damage to the UV800 and/or contents resulting from an incorrectly performing or operating extraction system.

Controls

Figure 6: Controls

Start / Stop

Unlit: UV chamber idle. Press and release: Starts program selected on the User Interface.
Lit: UV chamber running. Press and release: Stops program currently running, and resets timer. NOTE: The program is paused by opening a chamber door.

User Interface
Touch screen interface for UV chamber and heated store settings, refer to “User Interface” (page 10).

User Interface

Figure 7: User interface (UI)

1. Oven Tab
2. Heat Box Tab
3. Information Tab

UV Chamber Tab

Figure 8: UV Chamber tab
UV Chamber Screen is split into several sections:

4. Manual Mode
5. Quick Set Mode
6. Door State
   Manual Mode
   Selecting the minute or second icon will allow the user to input a custom cure cycle time.
   The desired minutes and seconds must be set independently on the popup keypad. See Figure 9 (page 13).
   • To confirm the desired time, click Enter.
   • To deselect the keypad, click ESC.
   Figure 9: Manual mode
   Quick Set
   **** The UV800 has four preprogrammed cure cycle times:| Five minutes cycle
   ---|---
   | Ten minutes cycle
   | Fifteen minutes cycle
   | Twenty minutes cycle

Selecting one of the icons will automatically set that specific cure cycle time up in the Manual Mode display box
To deselect, reselect the highlighted icon.
Door State
The Closed Door state occurs when the UV chamber door is closed and the interlock is engaged, enabling normal operations.
The Door Open, Flashing state occurs when the UV chamber door is open or the interlock is disengaged, preventing UV cure cycle operation.

| Closed Door
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| Door open, flashing

Heated Chamber Tab

Figure 10: Heated Chamber tab
Heated Chamber Screen is split into several sections:

7. Set Temperature
8. Current Temperature
   Set Temperature
   Selecting the Set Temperature box will allow the user to input a desired temperature on the pop up keypad. See Figure 11. A maximum temperature of 30°C can be set.
   • To confirm the desired time, click Enter.
   • To deselect the keypad, click ESC .
   Figure 11: Set temperature
   

Information Tab

Figure 12: Information tab
Information tab is split into several sections:

9. RPS Logo
10. Total Bulb Time
11. Bulb Time Reset

Bulb Time Reset
To reset the UV800 Bulb – Total Time, select the RPS Logo which will provide admin permissions for up to 30 seconds.
Select the Bulb Time Reset button, which will pop up a second stage warning button.
Proceed to click ‘Reset’ which will override the current total time to zero.
Figure 13: Bulb Time Reset

Normal Operation

Part Washing

Please refer to Material Safety section for material handling guidelines.
Parts must be washed and free from residual uncured material prior to post cure. Material specific wash methods differ, so it is important to contact Stratasys or your material supplier for best practice for your chosen material.
Prior to post cure, it is important to allow the parts to dry after the wash process.
As a guideline, approximately 1 hour at room temperature is required for the wash solvents to evaporate from the part’s surface.
As a guideline, a washed part will remain tacky until dry.
Parts will remain tacky if they are post cured before dry.

Selecting Correct Cure Cycle Time

Materials typically require 10~30 minutes total cure cycle time. Cycle times differ by material, so it is important to contact Stratasys or your material supplier for best practice for your chosen material.

Operation

Gloves must be worn when handling parts until the cure cycle is complete.

1. Place the parts to be cured into the UV Chamber.

2. Ensure parts are adequately supported, as parts can be become deformed when not supported adequately.

3. Close both doors, engaging the door interlock mechanism.

4. Select the UV Tab.

5. Select a cure cycle time either using Manual Mode or Quick Set Mode. Parts should be manually flipped over halfway through the cure cycle to ensure sufficient exposure to all surfaces. A cycle time 50% of total is set and actioned twice: 50% cycle > flip over parts > 50% cycle

6. Press the button to the left of the display to start the cycle.

7. At the end of the cycle the UV800 will beep.

8. Open the doors and flip parts over, ensuring parts are still adequately supported.

9. Press the button to the left of the display to start the cycle.

10. At the end of the cycle the UV800 will beep.
    Caution: Damage to Equipment.
    Do not manually spin the turntable to reach parts. This can cause damage to the turntable clutch assembly.

11. Once the UV800 has been stopped the part can be removed from the UV chamber.

Maintenance and Support

Cleaning

1. Both chambers and exterior panels can be cleaned as required when the mains supply is isolated.
2. Clean using a cloth dampened with Isopropyl alcohol.

Lamp Replacement

The output from the lamps will reduce, as the hours of use accumulate. Stratasys recommend replacement every 2000 to 3000 hours. It is recommended that all the lamps are changed at the same time.
CAUTION:
The lamps become very hot during use. Make sure that the lamps have cooled down before removing them.
CAUTION:
The lamps contain mercury. If a lamp breaks, ventilate the room for 30 minutes and remove the parts, with gloves. Put them in a sealed plastic bag and take it to your local waste facilities for recycling. Do not use a vacuum cleaner.

1. Remove the mains lead from the back of the unit.
2. To remove the lamps, unlatch and open lamp protection grilles.
3. Using both hands, twist the lamps ¼ turn. The lamps can then be removed from the sockets.
4. To insert new lamps, use both hands to slide the lamps into their sockets and twist a ¼ turnto fix in position.
5. Close grilles and ensure latched in position
6. Replace the mains lead.
7. Reset the Bulb Hour counter – see “ Information Tab” (page 16).

Customer Service

Servicing and Repairs

Except for routine cleaning and lamp replacement, the UV800 does not contain userserviceable internal parts. All servicing and repairs should be performed only by an Stratasys representative. Only Stratasys has the correct knowledge and procedures to service, repair, and optimize the system.

Product Warranty

Stratasys guarantees this product to be free of defects in manufacturing and material. The warranty is valid for 12 months after delivery. Repairs covered by the warranty will be performed by Stratasys.
The scope of the warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the Stratasys product.
Stratasys will not be held responsible:

• When the product has been damaged through misuse or improper operation
• For consequential damages
• If the machine has been altered

If the machine must first be brought into a serviceable state by Stratasys (e.g. by removing customer-added parts or cleaning the machine) before servicing can begin, then the customer must bear the additional cost.

Contacting Stratasys

For service, repairs, advice, or information, contact your local Stratasys representative, or Stratasys directly using the details below:
Stratasys
Unit 3 Premus Tel: +44 (0) 1296 425 665
Coldharbour Way Email:
Aylesbury
HP19 8AP
UK

Product Disposal

DISPOSAL OF WASTE EQUIPMENT BY USERS IN PRIVATE HOUSEHOLDS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Alternatively the product can be returned to Stratasys for a fee, to be properly disposed of in compliance with environmental regulations.

FCC Compliance Statement

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information
Model: UV800
FCC Compliance Statement:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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